How To Fix IM462 - Invalid key - no entry exists in the print log

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IM - Maintenance notifications

• Message number: 462

• Message text: Invalid key - no entry exists in the print log

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IM462 - Invalid key - no entry exists in the print log ?

  The SAP error message IM462 ("Invalid key - no entry exists in the print log") typically occurs when there is an attempt to access a print log entry that does not exist. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to view or manage print jobs or logs in the SAP system.
  Causes:
  
  Non-existent Print Log Entry: The most common cause is that the print log entry you are trying to access has either been deleted or never existed.
  Incorrect Key: The key or identifier you are using to access the print log may be incorrect or malformed.
  System Cleanup: The system may have undergone a cleanup process that removed old print logs, leading to the absence of the entry.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorization to view certain print logs can also lead to this error, although it typically results in a different error message.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify the Key: Double-check the key or identifier